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Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum

Mickey — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 07:27:55 +0000

The Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum (PIEAM) is located at 7th Street and Alamitos Avenue in the East Village Arts District of Long Beach, California. The district lies in the eastern half of downtown Long Beach, within the borders of Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach Boulevard, 10th Street and Alamitos Avenue. The East Village offers an eclectic mix of artist lofts, high-rise condos, and a wide array of cultures, coffee shops, boutiques, restaurants and galleries. A central feature of the Arts District is the Museum of Latin American Art (MoLAA), which focuses on post-World War II contemporary artists from Latin America.

PIEAM is situated on a triangular piece of land bordered by 7th Street, Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, and Alamitos Avenue; it is, appropriately, an island. The mural design on the exterior of the PIEAM building, created by Long Beach native and famed muralist Art Mortimer, recreates a traditional Men’s House from the Island of Yap, one of the four states of the Federated States of Micronesia. Mortimer’s impressive resume and long history in painting murals throughout Southern California made him the obvious choice for this project. Many of his murals can be seen at www.artmortimer.com.

The museum also showcases the diverse cultures from the Pacific who call this area home, including the Marshallese, Samoans, Chamorro, Fijian, Carolinian, Tongan, Micronesian, Hawaiian, the Ni-Vanuatu, Niuean, Tuvauluan, Maori, Polynesian, Papuan, Austronesian, Nauruan, Melanesian, Palauan, the I-Kiribati and many more distinct nationalities.

PIEAM’s mission is to generate interest in these diverse cultures and educate its varied audiences by bringing the beauty and culture of Pacific Island ethnic art to Southern California. PIEAM stays true to the heritage of the Pacific Islands, highlighting all forms of Pacific Island ethnic art.

Detox Yard Sale at JapanLA tomorrow, Sat. Jan 14, 2012!

Mickey — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 23:57:50 +0000

This looks like a once in the lifetime chance, which is hard to resistance. Jamie & Stephiee are super nice and have super cute taste so I am sure there is a treasure or two, or three to be found! Bring cash for the garage sale. The Grilled Cheese truck will also be there to support this great event.

For more info visit www.facebook/japanla and also like their page on FB facebook.com/japanla

Update: I was so so so glad that I decided to go to this sale! I got some AMAZING deals that I never would have imagined I would get my hands on. I met some really cool people and I have some treasures to share with my daughter, sister and niece mainly for my sister, Jessica’s Harajuku Lover’s themed baby shower. My haul included a tokidoki bag, hello kitty and twin stars goodies, tons of decora items and jewelry. I also bought a pachinko machine for my hubby a super rare find! Thanks Jamie and Stephiee for all the super cute stuff!

Healthy snack with an island vibe

Mickey — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 21:30:46 +0000

I had a co-worker turn me on to these delicious snacks. I am hooked. She brought me Mango, Island Mango and Applie Pie. The Mango was simply heavenly. I could not stop eating it, but I tried to savor each piece as it melted in my mouth. I am saving the other flavors to try tomorrow! They are available online at www.mattsmunchies.com They sell for about $2. I understand they are NOT easy to find in local markets, like Whole Foods or Sprouts but can be found in smaller speciality stores. They are only 35 calories per package, one package equals one serving of fruit. So if you are watching your calories or on Weight Watchers this snack is for you. There is no artificial anything in this snack. It’s also gluten free, kosher, certified organic, certified vegan and 100% yummy in my tummy!!!!!

Japanese Garden Festival

Mickey — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 05:34:59 +0000

Descanso celebrates Japanese arts, crafts and culture with a weekend of activities for the whole family. The Gardens, from the Courtyard to the Japanese Garden, will be decorated with displays of ikebana, the traditional form of Japanese flower arranging. Activities are free with admission, unless noted.

The weekend gets an early start on Friday with a Sushi-Sake tasting event presented by Patina Restaurant Group. Enjoy the flavors of Japan and sample delectable sushi prepared by Chef Travis Kamiyami paired with amazing sake. $75 per person. Reservations required: (818) 790-3663. In the Courtyard.

Always a crowd favorite, the taiko drummers will perform at noon both Saturday and Sunday in the Under the Oaks Theater.

Yami Yamauchi will create origami on a grand scale at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday. Using an 8-foot square of paper, he will demonstrate the traditional Japanese art of paper folding. Want to try it out yourself? Origami lessons will be offered from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in the Minka. Yami will teach young and old to create beautiful folded paper flowers.

On Sunday, witness a Japanese tea ceremony in the Minka. The ceremony will be performed at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Seating is limited. Order early – this popular event will sell out. Tickets, priced at $10, will go on sale October 1 at Ticketweb.com. www.descansogardens.org

2008 Sushi & Sake festival in Long Beach, California

Mickey — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:47:51 +0000

The 2008 Sushi and Sake Festival is being held on Saturday, June 14 at the beautiful Seawalk Village at the Queen Mary in Long Beach, CA. Festival hours are 10AM – 8PM. The event features music, food, sushi making demonstrations, sake and beer tasting, tea ceremony, sumo demonstration, taiko and much more!

Admission price: $21 – includes admission to the festival, admission to the Queen Mary and its exhibits, all stage performances, sake classes and cooking demonstrations. Kids 11 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult.

Visit their website at www.queenmaryfestivals.com